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RN02 SYP

2002 Toyota Corolla

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

107,994 mi
Last recorded107,994 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2024
Typical for 2002 Toyota Corolla72,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN02 SYP
MakeToyota
ModelCorolla
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2024 107,994 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Nov 2024 107,994 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 100,885 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Service brake binding but not excessively Both front (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Sep 2023 100,885 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake binding but not excessively Both front (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 97,435 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Sep 2022 97,435 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Lower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases BACK BOX (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 92,940 miles

Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases CENTER PIPE TO BACK BOX (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 90,445 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 26% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 88,280 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 81,136 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 76,249 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 68,623 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s/f brake is slightly tight to turn by hand.

Pass 9 Jul 2015 60,353 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 53,920 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 44,703 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 42,067 miles

advise n/s/r tyre slightly feathered on the inner edge and small cuts no exposed cord

Pass 12 Jul 2011 40,252 miles

strong advise o/s/r tyre worn and feathered

Pass 6 Jul 2010 38,513 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 34,378 miles

advise o/s/r tyre getting feathered on inner edge

Pass 7 Jul 2008 30,743 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 25,583 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 20,292 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Corolla?

Based on 4,239,724 MOT tests across 329,089 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
5,528
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
329,089
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 151,978
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 93,312
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58,778
position lamp(s) not working 57,990
Brake pipe excessively corroded 51,013
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RN02 SYP is a 2002 Toyota Corolla in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2002 Toyota Corolla models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 72,400 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Corolla fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 151,978 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RN02 SYP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Corolla typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 24 years old, this Toyota Corolla is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RN02 SYP registered?

RN02 SYP is a 2002 Toyota Corolla, first registered on 12 July 2002.

Is RN02 SYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RN02 SYP shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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